The canton of Zurich is an administrative unit (canton) of Switzerland, situated in the northeastern part of the country. With a population of 1,553,423, it is the most populous canton of Switzerland. Zurich is the de facto capital of the canton, but is not specifically mentioned in the constitution. The official language is German. The local Swiss Germa…
The canton of Zurich is an administrative unit (canton) of Switzerland, situated in the northeastern part of the country. With a population of 1,553,423, it is the most populous canton of Switzerland. Zurich is the de facto capital of the canton, but is not specifically mentioned in the constitution. The official language is German. The local Swiss German dialect, called Züritüütsch, is commonly spoken.
Capital: Zurich (de facto)
Country: Switzerland
Subdivisions: 160 municipalities, 12 districts
ISO 3166 code: CH-ZH
Highest point: 1,292 m (4,239 ft): Schnebelhorn
Lowest point: 332 m (1,089 ft): Rhine at the border in Weiach
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